Friday 20 May 2022

Grab your silliest hat and join the silliness movement that's sweeping the nation! Seriously, it'll help improve life after brain injury throughout Nottingham.

Your workplace, school or social group could leave a lasting legacy for local people experiencing disability after brain injury by taking part in the 2022 Hats for Headway day! Just follow three simple steps...

Step 1. Wear a silly (or your favourite) hat

Step 2. Take a photo and share it to social media or send it to us at [email protected]

Step 3. Make your donation to Headway Nottingham using the blue button below (suggested donation is £2 but please donate as you can)

Donate your Hats for Headway funds

It really is as simple as that, so NO EXCUSES! JOIN THE SILLINESS MOVEMENT!

Every donation will support Headway Nottingham to provide support, cognitive rehabilitation and friendship for local people experiencing complex and profound disability following a brain injury.

Download your Hats for Headway Day posters here:

hats for headway posters

hats for headway posters - workplace

We can't wait to see your awesome hats (no pressure) and share your photos on our website and social pages!

You can find us online on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn

Donations are also welcomed by cheque made payable to 'Headway Nottingham' and sent to Headway Nottingham, 22 Forest Road West, Nottingham, NG7 4EQ.

Thank you for your valuable support

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